Monty Don: Gardeners' World presenter hits back over supposed U-turn 'Where and when?'

Gardeners’ World star Monty Don has responded to a social media user who claimed the gardener had changed his advice on the use of peat. The 65-year-old took to Twitter to hit back at the suggestion and asked for more information.

“It’s really good to see how times have changed @TheMontyDon now leading the charge to get peat banned,” the tweet began.

“But my gardening bible by monty (written a quarter of a century ago) recommends peat – demonstrating it’s important to listen to science and make changes.

“Well done @TheMontyDon,” it continued in a positive manner, praising the star for moving with the times.

Seemingly concerned by the revelation, Monty replied: “Where and when have I recommended peat?”

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More recently, Monty shared his concerns on the matter in his Gardeners’ World column.

He urged people to stop buying mass-produced plants grown in peat.

“If you don’t care about this you are sticking your head in the sand, not least because it will affect the quality of life for your children and grandchildren.

“For gardeners, this means we have to consume less and think more about the connections… never buy peat in a potting compost.